Joe Casey

Saturday (23/07/2017), was Cartoon Network’s Ben 10 and the Boomerang streaming service’s chance to promote themselves at San Diego Comic Con 2017. First up, was Boomerang, who hosted a Saturday morning cartoons event. Panelists include Bob Bergen (current voice of Porky Pig and Tweety), Jeff Bergman (current voice of Bugs Bunny) and Kari Wahlgren (voice of Dorothy from Dorothy and The Wizard of Oz), attendees also got to see a first look at the brand new Wacky Races series and everyone received a 30-day free trial of Boomerang’s new streaming service, which includes a library of classic animation from Warner Bros, Hanna-Barbera, Cartoon Network and brand new exclusives from Warner Bros. Animation. There were games and a prize giveaway too.

Immediately after the Boomerang panel, was the Ben 10 panel. This was an opportunity for fans to ask questions to Greg Cipes (voice of Stinkfly), John DiMaggio (voice of Four Arms), Montse Hernandez (voice of Gwen), Roger Craig Smith (voice of Diamondhead), Tara Strong (voice of Ben Tennyson), John Fang (executive producer), Joe Casey (writer and co-creator of Ben 10, Man of Action Entertainment). This was an opportunity for fans to find out what’s new with the show and find out more about the new Ben 10 toys that have been released recently and also the new augmented reality app – Ben 10: Alien Experience. There was an opportunity to meet the cast and crew during the autograph session.

Shelby Rabana (voice of Peridot in Steven Universe) did a video tour of the Cartoon Network Booth at the convention, which is modelled after Gar’s Hero Supply and Bodega from Cartoon Network Studios’ latest show OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes.

Cartoon Network USA San Diego Comic-Con 2017 Schedule

The internationally renowned San Diego Comic-Con will be mostly held at the San Diego Convention Center next week (Wednesday 19th July to Sunday 23rd July) and as with previous years, Cartoon Network will be hosting a series of panels featuring voice actors and show creators, autograph sessions and other special events. Thursday will mostly feature events for productions by Warner Bros. Animation that air on Cartoon Network, Friday is Cartoon Network’s main day at the convention with events for two productions by Cartoon Network Studios.

Starting off the Cartoon Network events at San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday, is a panel for Cartoon Network USA’s most popular show as of late – Teen Titans Go!, this will be a chance for fans to ask the show’s producers and voice actors their questions. Also at the panel, there will be an exclusive screening of an upcoming one-hour long Teen Titans Go! special!, could it be The Night Begins To Shine (aka The Day the Night Stopped Beginning to Shine and Became Dark Even Though It Was the Day) by any chance?

Following the Teen Titans Go! panel and screening, is a panel for a show that has yet to premiere on Cartoon Network called Unikitty!, which features the lovable (but at times, extremely angry) character from The Lego Movie. At the panel there will be a Q&A session and a special episode screening.

For those who prefer superheroes and action-animation, there will be a Justice League Action panel featuring a Q&A with the voice actors from the show and the with the show’s production team members, plus a screening of an all-new episode.

On Thursday evening at the convention, is the Cartoon Network Summertime Go! Screening and Costume Contest, an opportunity for Cartoon Network fans to see some exclusive premieres, also prizes are up for grabs those who take part in the Cartoon Network cartoon character costume contest. Kids aged 12 and under wearing a costume will receive a special prize. Guest judges include Ian Jones-Quartey (creator and voice of Rad for OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes), Greg Cipes (voice of Stinkfly in Ben 10 and voice of Beast Boy in Teen Titans Go!), Zach Callison (voice of Steven in Steven Universe), Deedee Magno-Hall (voice of Pearl in Steven Universe), and Michaela Dietz (voice of Amethyst in Steven Universe) and the talented voice actor who connects all four shows together – Eric Bauza!

Kicking off Friday at 10am on the convention is the OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes panel, fans will get to see exclusive content and experience the superpowered and action-packed world of Lakewood Plaza Turbo. Ian-Jones Quartey, the show’s creator and voice of Rad, Toby Jones (the show’s co-executive producer), Courtenay Taylor (voice of K.O.), Kate Flannery (voice of Carol), and Dan Vader (lead writer/designer, for the brand new OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes game at Capybara Games) will all be there. The panel will be moderated by Alanah Pearce from IGN.

Immediately after the OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes panel is the Steven Universe panel, which will include never-before-seen footage, exciting announcement and a Q&A for fans to ask questions about Cartoon Network’s cult hit. The panel will feature the show’s creator – Rebecca Sugar, Deedee Magno-Hall (the voice of Pearl), Michaela Dietz (voice of Amethyst), Estelle (voice of Garnet), and A.J. Michalka (voice of Stevonnie) with half-Gem/half-human Steven Universe Zach Callison as half-guest/half-moderator!

Last but not least on Saturday, there’s a panel for Cartoon Network’s newly revived show – Ben 10, panelists include Greg Cipes (voice of Stinkfly), John DiMaggio (voice of Four Arms), Montse Hernandez (voice of Gwen), Roger Craig Smith (voice of Diamondhead), Tara Strong (voice of Ben Tennyson), John Fang (executive producer), Joe Casey (writer/creator, Man of Action Entertainment), and moderator Eric Bauza. There will be games and giveaways too, it will be so incredible that it will be out of this world!

At the last of San Diego Comic Con 2017 (Sunday 23rd July), there will be another panel for Steven Universe but with a more relaxed and conversational tone, the panel is for the new art book – Steven Universe: Art and Origins, Rebecca Sugar will be joining with Ian Jones-Quartey and the writer of the book – Chris McDonnell, during the session they will talking about what influenced the concept of the show, the development and design of the characters and the music. There will also be a fan Q&A.

Interested to find out what else is happening at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con?, check out the schedule on the official San Diego Comic-Con website:

Cartoon Network’s San Diego Comic-Con 2017 Schedule

Teen Titans Go!

Thursday 20th July 2017 at 10am – 11am Room 6A

New episode! New episode! New episode! The Titans are back at it again with another fun-filled panel to kick off your Comic-Con weekend. Producers and members of the voice cast will answer your questions and premiere a Titan-sized special one-hour episode. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Teen Titans Go! airs Fridays at 6/5c on Cartoon Network.

Unikitty! New Episode Premiere and Q&A

Thursday 20th July 2017 at 11:15am – 12.15pm Room 6A

Your favorite character from The LEGO Movie now has her own show! Journey to a joyous kingdom full of sparkle matter, happy thoughts, and the occasional rage-out in Unikitty!, an all-new animated series. As ruler of the kingdom, Unikitty has busy days full of royal responsibilities. Unikitty is most interested in making sure everyone is happy and ridding the kingdom of negativity, but don’t misunderstand her optimism-she is one kitty not to be crossed. While she may be full of boundless energy and creativity, Unikitty is a force to be reckoned with if anyone gets in the way of spreading her positive vibes, especially if anyone makes her little brother and best friend, Puppycorn, sad. Also living in the castle are Dr. Fox, the resident scientist, and Unikitty’s trusty bodyguard, Hawkodile. Producers and members of the voice cast will give a sneak peek at this new series and explain how Unikitty and her friends will make sure that every day is the happiest and most creative ever! Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Unikitty! is coming soon to Cartoon Network.

Justice League Action Video Presentation and Q&A

Thursday 20th July 2017 at 12.30pm – 1.30pm Room 6A

Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman lead the DC Comics superheroes against their most infamous foes in adventures packed with relentless thrills, fun, and action in Justice League Action. Whether defending the Earth, facing invaders from space, or battling bizarre forces of magic, the always-rotating team of Justice League heroes are up to any challenge. Producers and members of the voice cast will be on hand to screen an all-new episode as well as participate in a Q&A. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Justice League Action airs Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network.

Cartoon Network Summertime Go! Screening and Costume Contest

Thursday 20th July 2017 at 8pm – 9pm Room 7AB

Tell your cousin, sister, papa, and your mom that new episodes are a go at the con! Cartoon Network is new all summer and they’re ready to go with exclusive sneak peeks of your favorites, along with peeks at their newest shows. Dress as your favorite CN character and walk the runway for a chance to win incredible loot! Psst – kids 12 and under who show up in costume will receive a special prize. Guest judges include Ian Jones-Quartey (creator and voice of Rad for OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes), Greg Cipes (voice of Stinkfly for Ben 10 and voice of Beast Boy for Teen Titans Go!), Zach Callison (voice of Steven for Steven Universe), Deedee Magno-Hall (voice of Pearl for Steven Universe), and Michaela Dietz (voice of Amethyst for Steven Universe), led by the guy who has a voice in all of their shows, Eric Bauza. And that’s how summertime goes!

Get ready to witness the power of a true hero in training. Cartoon Network is excited to bring you their newest series, OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes ! Be the first to see exclusive content, dive into the superpowered world of Lakewood Plaza Turbo, and get to know the ever-enthusiastic K.O.! Get all your hero tips from Ian-Jones Quartey (creator and voice of Rad), Toby Jones (co-executive producer), Courtenay Taylor (voice of K.O.), Kate Flannery (voice of Carol), and Dan Vader (lead writer/designer, Capybara Games). Moderated by Alanah Pearce (IGN).

The Rustbucket has traveled far and wide to deliver Ben and his trusty alien heroes to sunny San Diego! CN has so much to share about what’s new, new, new, new with the show, the app, and the toys. They’ll have a lot of fun along the way with games and giveaways, so set your Omnitrix to hero time! Panelists include Greg Cipes (voice of Stinkfly), John DiMaggio (voice of Four Arms), Montse Hernandez (voice of Gwen), Roger Craig Smith (voice of Diamondhead), Tara Strong (voice of Ben Tennyson), John Fang (executive producer), Joe Casey (writer/creator, Man of Action Entertainment), and moderator Eric Bauza.

Steven Universe: Art & Origins

Sunday 23rd July 2017 at 10am – 11am Room 29AB

Join Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar for her first San Diego Comic-Con intimate conversation as she discusses the making of the official behind-the-scenes art book, Steven Universe: Art & Origins, for the Emmy Award-nominated TV series. Accompanied by Ian Jones-Quartey and the book’s author, Chris McDonnell, she will lead a conversation covering a wide range of topics, including influences; the process in developing the characters, design, and music for Steven Universe; and art from the new book, plus a fan Q&A.

Cartoon Network USA Ben 10 Reboot Renewed For A Second Season

Today (22/05/2017), Cartoon Network USA has announced that the recently revived Ben 10 series has been renewed for a second season. The second season will be a continuation of season one, Ben Tennyson’s extraordinary vacation with his cousin Gwen and Grandpa Max will continue. In season two, there will be more new aliens, new friends and enemies and a few surprises with Ben’s Omnitrix – a special watch-like device that gives itS wearer the ability to transform into ten different aliens all with their own unique special powers. On Monday 29th May at 6pm ET/PT, Cartoon Network USA will premiere two episodes (“Rustbucket RIP” and “Bright Lights, Black Hearts”) centring on the 10th alien of the Omnitrix – Wildvine. Many international versions of Cartoon Network (including Cartoon Network UK) have already premiered the two episodes.

Since the show’s premiere in the United States on 10th April, the show has been watched by a total of 41 million viewers across all platforms including mobile, VOD (Video On-Demand) and the Cartoon Network USA channel. New Ben 10 console and mobile games are currently in development.

Ben 10 is a creation of Man of Action Entertainment, a comic book artist and writer team consisting of Duncan Rouleau, Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, and Steven T. Seagle. Man of Action is also currently developing a Megaman TV series based on the popular video game franchise of the same name in co-operation with Capcom, Dentsu, DHX Media and Film Roman. Megaman will premiere on Cartoon Network USA next year.

From The Turner Asia-Pacific/Catapult Communications Press Release: Cartoon Network Expands Ben 10 Universe with Season Two Pick-Up and New Mobile and Console Games

Turner’s Cartoon Network has announced that the hit series Ben 10 has been renewed for a second season following last year’s successful global launch about the boy with a mysterious watch. In season two, the network will build on the fan excitement for Ben 10 by expanding its multi-screen world to include new console and mobile games along with a host of other immersive experiences.

Ben Tennyson, his cousin Gwen and Grandpa Max will embark on their greatest summer vacation ever during the second season. The heroic adventures will continue as Ben meets new aliens, friends and foes while discovering exciting twists and surprises within his Omnitrix! New episodes will premiere in Australia and New Zealand every Saturday from June 10 at 8am.

Ben 10 is produced by Cartoon Network Studios and created and executive produced by Man of Action Entertainment (Big Hero 6, Generator Rex), with John Fang (Mixels, Generator Rex) as executive producer.